Black Travel Day in Historic Durkeeville

Explore one of Jacksonville's most historic Black neighborhoods, Durkeeville. It is the epicenter of the city's baseball history and the launching pad for Black culture in Jacksonville's NW side.

Participants will eat, shop and explore while hiking through this urban landscape. Food will be provided and some Northside souvenirs.

Points of interest include:

• S-Line of the Emerald Trail
• Tour of Hank Aaron Field at J.P. Small Stadium
• Lunch at Durkeeville & Co.
• Remembering Walker's Commercial and Vocational College
• New Stanton
• Remembering Ducote Bank
• Civil Rights History at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Emmett Reed Gymnasium, 1093 West 6th Street, Jacksonville, United States